To install a syslog client certificate, the certificate must have at least the following:

  • Enhanced Key Usage extension with the Client Authentication (1.3.6.1.5.5.7.3.2) OID value.

  • Key Usage extension with the Digital Signature bit set.

To install a syslog client certificate

  1. Go to the following:
    • web client: Navigate to Certificates > Syslog Client Certificate.
  2. Click Add Certificate and select one of the following:
    • Install Certificate with a Private Key: To upload a PFX file that contains the certificate and the private key
    • Install Certificate generate from CSR: To generate a CSR and have that signed by a trusted CA
  3. Browse to select the certificate file and complete the install.
  4. For Enter the private key passphrase:
    • Enter the passphrase to import the certificate then click OK. Click to see the passphrase.
    • If there is no passphrase, leave the field blank then click OK.

  5. The Subject, Thumbprint, and Expiration date for the key you uploaded displays. You can select Use Default and respond to the confirmation dialog to return to the default, if desired.

  6. If you uploaded a certificate with a private key, you may upload the certificate's root CA to the list of trusted certificates. For more information, see Trusted CA Certificates.